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Rental Market Trends in Deforest, WI

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Deforest, WI is $1,590/month.

Rent in Deforest is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.

$1,590/month

Average Rent

828 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.9%

Change / Year

470

Available Apartments

Deforest rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Deforest average $1,325 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Deforest average $1,590 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Deforest average $2,123 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Deforest average $2,808 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,325/month
578 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,590/month
828 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,123/month
1,181 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,808/month
1,579 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Deforest, WI?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $30 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Deforest, WI

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Deforest, WI
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
11% $1,001 - $1,500/month
67% $1,501 - $2,000/month
22% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Deforest, WI?

Because the average rent in Deforest is $1,590, you’ll want to make about $5,300 per month or $63,600 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Deforest, WI

470 Available Apartments for Rent

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Apartment Communities in Deforest We Think You'll Love

Residences at DeForest Yards

Residences at DeForest Yards

6240 Monticello Dr,
DeForest, WI 53532

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,325 - $2,200

The Terraces of Windsor Crossing

The Terraces of Windsor Crossing

6640 N Towne Rd,
Windsor, WI 53598

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,339 - $2,179

Springs at Deforest

Springs at Deforest

4664 Arden Ln,
Deforest, WI 53532

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,358 - $2,654

Terrapin Run Townhomes

Terrapin Run Townhomes

910 Terrapin Ln,
Deforest, WI 53532

1-3 Beds | $1,795 - $2,695

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Deforest?

The average rent in Deforest is $1,590 per month, which is 4.4% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in Deforest?

Rents in Deforest, WI are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $30 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Deforest?

In Deforest, WI, 67% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Wisconsin Deforest Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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